For many of us it may be difficult to consume the recommended daily amounts of fruits in vegetables; however a tall glass of smoothie for breakfast or a snack can help us meet our daily requirements. While many people drink smoothies as a meal substitute to help with weight loss, a real benefit of smoothies […]
The popularity of making home-made smoothies and juices is at an all time high in North America and Europe. Vitamix® is now a household name, once forgotten vegetables such as kale and beets have taken over as the peas and carrots of the 21st century, and we all have that friend who has made it their mission to […]
Epidemiological and scientific evidence demonstrates clear links between food and disease development indicating that much of the chronic disease burden is preventable through the modification of lifestyle behaviors. Healthy eating is associated with reduced risks for many diseases including several of the leading causes of death: hypertension, heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes collectively known as […]
“If it is fat-free or sugar-free, is it OK to eat as much as you want?” Obesity is on the rise and fats and sugar are always blamed, however fats and sugars are not the only culprit for weight gain. They are related to weight gain; gram for gram, fats provide more than twice the […]
This section showcases a number of unique and exotic condiments, such as Spicy Strawberry Chutney and Date and Brown Sugar Chutney. Many of us add flavor to our food by pairing it up with condiments including pickles (achaar) and chutneys. For example, a simple meal of daal chawal (lentils and rice) can be taken to […]
Even with an unlimited number of beverage choices, such as sodas, teas, coffees, juices, shakes and smoothies, there is nothing quite as refreshing as a tall glass of water. Water is cost-free and has no calories or added ingredients. Water makes up about 60 percent of our body weight and every organ in our body […]
